The Chhattisgarh government approved the formation of a high-level committee to draft and study Uniform Civil Code (UCC) implementation in the state. The decision, announced under Chief Minister Vishnudeo Sai, places Chhattisgarh among states exploring a uniform civil framework. The UCC proposal stems from Article 44 of the Directive Principles of State Policy in the Indian Constitution. Non-justiciable DPSPs mean implementation depends on political will and legislative action. The new committee will engage citizens, legal experts, and stakeholders to draft guidelines and seek feedback as part of a gradual move toward legal harmonisation in personal law.
Chhattisgarh forms high-level committee for UCC draft
State aims to explore Uniform Civil Code within constitutional framework
Article 44 of DPSP provides constitutional basis
Non-justiciable DPSPs require political will and legislation
Committee to consult citizens and legal experts
Marks a gradual approach to personal law harmonisation
Apr 15, 2026
Banaras Hindu University wins AIU National Moot Court Competition 2026
Banaras Hindu University has emerged as the winner of the AIU National Moot Court Competition 2026, held at Integral University. The BHU team defeated 39 other strong teams from across India to clinch the top prize, which includes a cash award of ₹25,000 along with trophies and medals. The event showcased the country’s rising legal talent and featured participants from 40 teams in total. The victory reinforces BHU’s standing as a premier Indian university with robust moot court training across undergraduate and postgraduate programs, highlighting the university’s academic excellence in legal education.
BHU won the AIU National Moot Court Competition 2026.
Event took place at Integral University with 40 teams participating.
BHUs team defeated 39 other teams to win the prize.
Cash prize awarded: ₹25,000 along with trophies and medals.
Result reinforces BHU’s strength in moot court training.
Apr 07, 2026
Gujarat High Court bans AI in courtroom decisions; human judgment prevails
The Gujarat High Court issued a policy restricting the use of artificial intelligence in core judicial functions. The court said AI can assist with efficiency but must not replace human reasoning in decision-making or interpretation of law. It prohibits AI assistance in drafting judgments, orders, or rulings and warns against using AI to influence bail decisions, sentencing, or rights determinations. The decision emphasizes maintaining fairness, accountability, and judicial independence. While acknowledging potential benefits of AI to streamline procedures, the court states that human oversight remains essential in the justice system, ensuring nuanced interpretation and accountability. The ruling aligns with broader concerns about AI governance in public services.
AI cannot be used for core judicial decisions or drafting judgments.
AI cannot assist in legal reasoning or interpretation of law.
AI must not influence bail, sentencing, or rights determinations.
Human oversight and accountability remain essential.
Policy reflects broader AI governance concerns in public services.